Shaw UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Raleigh, NC. Operating on a semester system.

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Raleigh, NC
964 students
@shawu.edu
4 syllabi analyzed
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964

Total Enrollment

Liberal Arts College

Institution Type

9

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall 2026 Traditional

The semester, explained for Shaw University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Traditional
Campus terms
10
Local details
6

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Traditional runs Aug 5, 2026 – Dec 4, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

6 entries
  1. Fall 2026 TraditionalRelevant now
  2. Fall I 2026
  3. Fall II 2026
  4. Spring 2027 Traditional
  5. Spring I 2027
  6. Spring II 2027

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Campus language

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10 terms

D

Dimple
Dimple Newsome Hall, a primary residence hall for female students.

F

Fleming-Kee
The Fleming-Kee Men's Residence Hall, often referred to by its full hyphenated name or simply 'Fleming'.

N

NPHC
The National Pan-Hellenic Council, representing the 'Divine Nine' historically Black Greek-letter organizations on campus.

S

SAB
The Student Activities Board, responsible for planning campus events like Homecoming and Spring Fling.
SGA
The Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student voice.
Shaw U
The ubiquitous shorthand name for Shaw University used by students and alumni.

T

T.O. Shaw
The Talbert O. Shaw Living Learning Center, typically used to refer to the upperclassman residential suites.
The Bear's Den
The retail dining location and grill area located within the student center for quick meals.
The Caf
The main university cafeteria located in the Willie E. Gary Student Center.
The Yard
The central outdoor campus space where social gatherings, 'probates' (Greek reveals), and student events occur.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

6 details
Bears Web
The online student portal used for checking grades, registering for classes, and managing financial aid.
Estey
Estey Hall, the historic first building established for the higher education of African American women.
Shaw Card
The official university identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
The Gary
The Willie E. Gary Student Center, the hub for student dining, the bookstore, and social activities.
willie_e_gary_dining_hall
Willie E. Gary Dining Hall
Yancy
The Yancy Building, which houses various administrative offices and academic classrooms.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Traditional runs Aug 5, 2026 – Dec 4, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
10 approved campus terms and 6 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Recent Shaw University Syllabus Analyses

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Elements of Music

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Life in Raleigh for Shaw University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Raleigh.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,600

Cost of Living Index

98

Student Population

70,000

City Transportation

Walkability

31

Bikeability

39

Public Transit

GoRaleigh, GoTriangle

Nearest Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

63.1°F

Avg Snowfall

4 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Estey Hall Lot

surface_lot

Reserved for Estey Hall staff; cost $100.00

C.C. Spaulding Gymnasium Parking Lot

surface_lot

Standard student parking; student permits cost $50.00

Dimple Newsome / Fleming Key Parking Lot

surface_lot

Subject to temporary closure during major events like Homecoming.

Shaw University Villa Parking Lots

surface_lot

Located at 610 & 632 Person Street.

Campus News

Latest updates from Shaw University

Shaw University Alumni Raise Formal Concerns With the HBCU's Administration

The Save Our Shaw Coalition filed a formal complaint with the North Carolina Attorney General's Office regarding institutional governance and the campus Master Plan.

Oct 9, 2026

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A Message from the Office of the President Regarding Save Our Shaw Coalition

President Paula Dillard addressed the community regarding a complaint filed with the NC Department of Justice, stating the university is coordinating its response and remains committed to stewardship.

Oct 1, 2026

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UNCF Announces Historic $12 Million Gift to Strengthen HBCU Endowments

Shaw University is set to benefit from a $12 million gift from The James and Judith K. Dimon Foundation aimed at strengthening endowments and healthcare pathways.

Aug 21, 2026

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Temporary parking adjustments and road closures announced for Homecoming Week festivities (October 25 - November 1, 2026).

Temporary parking adjustments and road closures announced for Homecoming Week festivities (October 25 - November 1, 2026).

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Shaw University

Reading Day

November 13, 2026

Shaw University Campus

A day designated for students to study and prepare for final examinations; no classes are held.

Withdrawal from University Deadline (No Refund)

November 13, 2026

Shaw University Campus

The final deadline to withdraw from the University for the Fall semester without receiving a refund.

Fall Final Exams Begin

November 16, 2026

Shaw University Campus

Final examination period commences for all students.

Fall Final Exams End

November 19, 2026

Shaw University Campus

Conclusion of the final examination period for all students.

Residence Halls Close

November 20, 2026

On-Campus Residence Halls

Residence halls officially close for the semester at 5:00 PM EST.

Thanksgiving Holiday (University Closed)

November 25, 2026

Shaw University

The University is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday through November 27.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Shaw University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

9 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Dimple Newsome Living and Learning Center

Room types: single, double

Fleming-Kee Living and Learning Center

Room types: single, double

Fleming-Kee Men's Residence Hall

Newsome Women's Residence Hall

Capacity: 412

Room types: single, triple

Shaw Hall

Capacity: 475

Room types: single, open double, split double

Skyhalls

Capacity: 180

Room types: single

Talbert O. Shaw Men’s Residence Hall

Talbert O. Shaw Women’s Residence Hall

Thacher Hall (Shepherd University - likely different institution, included for reference)

Room types: single, double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@shawu.edu

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